Car recall results

SHHEU7**01U000050 TO SHHEU7**01U008645, SHHEU8**01U000050 TO SHHEU8**01U010417

Build Date:

27th November 2000 to 24th April 2001

Numbers:

3694

Defect:

There is a possibility that the brake pedal lock pin, which ensures a positive connection of the brake pedal to the braking system, may be incorrectly installed. In such cases it is possible that excessive free play in the brake pedal can occur leading to incorrect brake pedal operation. The clutch may also be similarly affected.

Action:

Recall affected vehicles to check for correct installation of the lock pins. If either lock pin is not correctly installed, the pin will be re-installed correctly.

Launch Date:

01 July 2001

Recall:

No. 2 of 19

Recall Ref:

R2001/075

Exact Model:

(5 door)

Description:

POSSIBLE INCORRECT FIXING OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE

VIN:

JHMEU5**01S200001 TO JHMEU5**01S201246, JHMEU6**01S200001 TO JHMEU6**01S203892

Build Date:

4th December 2000

Numbers:

4601

Defect:

The screw clips on the filler tube connecting the fuel filler pipe to the fuel tank may not be correctly installed. The tube may not therefore be securely fixed to the tank and/or pipe. This could permit fuel to leak from the tank in the event of a severe rear end impact.

Action:

Affected vehicles are being recalled to check for correct installation of the fuel filler tube clips. Any clip not properly installed will be retorqued correctly.

Launch Date:

05 July 2001

Recall:

No. 3 of 19

Recall Ref:

R2000/104

Exact Model:

(5 door) & Aerodeck

Description:

REAR SUSPENSION LOWER ARM BOLTS COULD BREAK

VIN:

VARIOUS

Build Date:

10th March 1999 to 19th October 1999

Numbers:

2327

Defect:

There is a possibility that the rear suspension lower arm bolt could break due to improper heat treatment. Vehicle handling and control would be reduced.

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If you find a recall notice above that matches your vehicle – make/model, date of registration, VIN or engine number – the next step is to confirm whether the required inspection or repair has been carried out.

This information is currently only available from the individual vehicle manufacturers or importers. Contact their customer services department with details or your vehicle and the recall, and ask for confirmation that the necessary work has been completed.

In most cases, the manufacturer or importer contact details will have been returned in the search results above. If not, check your vehicle handbook or contact the Recall Information Point at the SMMT, Consumer Affairs Department, Forbes House, Halkin Street, LONDON SW1X 7DS (tel: 0870 7518270).

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